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‘Mario tennis Fever’ Preorders Open for Nintendo’s New Console

Gamers are now able to secure their copies of ‘Mario Tennis fever’ as preorders have commenced across multiple retailers.the game, slated for release on February 12, 2026, marks a notable entry as the first dedicated Mario sports title developed specifically for the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

A New Era of Mario tennis

The declaration of ‘Mario Tennis Fever’ was made on September 12, as part of the celebratory event honoring the 40th anniversary of the super Mario franchise during the most recent Nintendo Direct presentation. Alongside this reveal,Nintendo also unveiled ‘Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2’,which will be arriving on October 2 and is compatible with both the Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch.

The standard physical edition of ‘Mario Tennis Fever’ is currently available for preorder at a retail price of $70 from prominent stores including amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and GameStop. Currently, no preorder incentives have been announced, though, retailers frequently enough provide exclusive bonuses with Nintendo game preorders.

Game Details and Features

‘Mario Tennis Fever’ boasts a robust multiplayer experience,supporting up to four players in both local and online modes. Gamers have the versatility to utilize traditional button and stick controls, or leverage the motion controls via the Joy-Con 2. The game will feature an extraordinary roster of 38 playable characters from the beloved Mushroom kingdom.

Introducing “Fever Rackets,” a unique gameplay twist, the game incorporates 30 distinct rackets, each endowed with special effects such as court-freezing and opponent racket-shrinking capabilities. The Adventure Mode features a unique storyline where Mario, Luigi, Peach, Wario, and Waluigi are transformed into babies by mysterious island monsters and must relearn their tennis skills to escape.

Additional game modes include Trial Towers, Tournament play, Ranked Matches, Online Room access, and Mix It Up. Nintendo is also integrating features inspired by ‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’, like Talking Flowers providing commentary in tournament Mode and Wonder Effects within Mix It Up.

Nintendo Switch Sports Lineup

‘Mario Tennis Fever’ follows ‘Mario Tennis Aces,’ released in 2018, as the second exclusive Mario sports title for a new Nintendo console. Players who purchase the backward-compatible Nintendo Switch 2 will also be able to enjoy ‘Mario Golf: Super Rush’ and ‘Mario Strikers: Battle League.’

Game Title	Release Date	Platform
Mario Tennis Aces	2018	Nintendo Switch
Mario Golf: Super Rush	2021	Nintendo Switch
Mario Strikers: battle League	2022	Nintendo Switch
Mario Tennis Fever	February 12, 2026	Nintendo Switch 2

Comparison of Mario Sports Titles on Nintendo Consoles

Additional nintendo Direct Preorders

Alongside the new Mario titles, Nintendo has announced release dates also for ‘Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’ and ‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’. Preorders are also open for seven new Amiibo figures, including those from the ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ series. Additionally, Mario enthusiasts can preorder ‘Rosalina’s storybook,’ a hardcover edition published by Dark Horse.

Amazon is also currently accepting preorders for the ‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A’ Nintendo switch 2 Bundle,set to launch on October 16.

The Evolution of Mario Sports Games

the Mario sports franchise has a rich history, dating back to the early days of the Nintendo Entertainment System. These games consistently blend accessible gameplay with the charm and characters of the Mario universe. The release of ‘Mario Tennis Fever’ on the Switch 2 signals Nintendo’s continued commitment to delivering high-quality sports experiences for its fanbase. With the introduction of new features like Fever Rackets,the series continues to evolve and innovate,while remaining true to its roots.